The great Bagrati Cathedral, consecrated in 1003 under King Bagrat III, crowns a hill above Kutaisi and is a symbol of the citys golden age and of a unified Georgian kingdom. Restored after centuries as a ruin, its imposing stone form offers sweeping views over the city and the Rioni valley. Admission to the cathedral and its grounds lets visitors explore this landmark of Georgian history and architecture, long a UNESCO-recognised monument.